James L. Seward (New York politician)
James Seward | |
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Seward in 2019 | |
| Member of the New York Senate from the 51st district | |
| In office January 1, 2003 – December 31, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas W. Libous |
| Succeeded by | Peter Oberacker |
| Member of the New York Senate from the 50th district | |
| In office January 1, 1987 – December 31, 2002 | |
| Preceded by | Lloyd Stephen Riford Jr. |
| Succeeded by | John DeFrancisco |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 11, 1951 Oneonta, New York, U.S. |
| Died | July 27, 2024 (aged 72) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Cynthia Seward |
| Children | Ryan and Lauren |
| Residence | Milford, New York |
| Alma mater | Hartwick College (B.A.) |
| Website | State Senate Site |
James L. Seward (August 11, 1951 – July 27, 2024) was an American politician who was a Republican New York State Senator from 1987 to 2020. Seward was first elected to represent the 50th District in 1986. In his final term he represented the 51st District, which consists of Schoharie, Otsego, and Cortland Counties, as well as parts of Tompkins, Herkimer, Chenango, Cayuga, Delaware, and Ulster Counties.